OKOROCHA ADVOCATES SYNERGY AMONG THREE ARMS OF GOVT IN NIGERIA

The Imo State governor, Owelle Rochas Okorocha has advocated the need for the Judiciary to work in synergy with Executive and Legislative arms of government to ensure peace and progress in the state. He made this call at the Thanksgiving service marking the 2015/2016 legal year in the state held at the Assumpta Cathedral Owerri at the weekend.

Speaking at the occasion, Governor Okorocha said that the principle of separation of power does not preach undue rivalry among the three arms of government, rather the three arms should work in synergy for the overall benefit of the society and the citizenry especially in a critical time like the one Nigeria is going through now.

He regretted that over ninety percent of the country’s resources are usually being spent on political office holders and the VIPs in both the private and public sectors, while the remaining 10 percent could be said to have got anything to do with the common man on the street.

Said he; “all professionals including lawyers must come together for the common good of the masses which is the essence of governance. That is why I said though there is separation of powers in governance but the need to come together in matters relating to the common man must take priority.”

In his speech, the Chief Judge of Imo state, Hon. Justice Paschal Nnadi said the Judiciary should continue to be seen as the last hope of the common man, adding that as the Chief Judge of Imo state, he would leave no stones unturned to ensure that Judicial officers live above board, and respect the letters of their oaths of office.

He also explained that his tenure as the Chief Justice of the state would also continue to witness quick dispensation of Justice and quick disposal of cases to ensure that Justice is not delayed at all.

Also speaking, the presiding Bishop, Rt. Rev. Solomon Amatu, Catholic Bishop of Okigwe Diocese asked Judges and lawyers to use their profession and responsibilities to the glory of God by ensuring Justice in carrying out their duties.The Catholic Bishop of Owerri Diocese, Arch Bishop Anthony Obinna was represented at the occasion by Rev. Father Innocent Osuagwu